Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

VitalCore Health Strategies; Alamogordo (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

Short/Long Disability

401K with match

PTO

Annual Incentive Bonus

Dependent Care FSA

Job summary

VitalCore Health Strategies is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at the Otero County Detention Center in Alamogordo, New Mexico. This full-time position offers a comprehensive benefits package and incentive opportunities within a correctional health care setting.

Responsibilities include delivering quality nursing care, administering medications, and monitoring patients under the supervision of RNs and Medical Director. Active LPN license and CPR certification are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a Licensed Practical Nursing program.
• Currently licensed as a Practical Nurse in the state of employment.
• Possesses an active CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide monitored nursing care within scope of practice.
• Administer medications to offenders.
• Assist in health promotion and education per care plans.
• Ensure compliance with applicable state laws and facility policies.

Skills

CPR certification

Direct patient care

Nursing assessment

Medication administration

Education

Licensed Practical Nursing program

Current LPN license (state of employment)

Job description

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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

MEDICAL Full Time Technical Alamagordo, NM, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 13397

Join the VitalCore Team in New Mexico! We’re people fueled by passion, not by profit.

VitalCore Health Strategies (VCHS), an industry leader in Correctional Health Care, has an opening for a Licensed Practical Nurse at Otero County Detention Center in Alamogordo, New Mexico!

Looking for a rewarding career with competitive wages, an annual incentive bonus, and an excellent benefits package?

At VitalCore we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring hardworking ethical individuals who are committed to providing quality services. Join our team and experience first‑hand how VitalCore Health Strategies promotes a positive work environment that is based on respect and appreciation of the hard work and dedication of our staff.

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE PACKAGE TO INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Holiday Pay : New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and Discount Center
• 401K & Plan Matching
• PTO
• Annual Incentive Bonus
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE SCHEDULE

• Part Time
• Full Time
• PRN

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSEPOSITION SUMMARY

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) delivers quality care that is consistent within the scope of practice as outlined by the local state nurse practice act for Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurses. The LPN is responsible for tasks, activities and functions as delegated and may make assignment of duties to others as defined in their state of practice act. The LPN provides monitoring of patients as directed by the HSA, DON, RN, or Medical Director or other practitioner.

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Graduate from a Licensed Practical Nursing program.
• Currently licensed as a Practical Nurse in the state of employment.
• Possesses an active CPR certification.
• Remains knowledgeable about specific state laws and regulations governing practice.
• Satisfactory completion of initial and annual clinical competencies to demonstrate aptitude as assigned by role.

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• The LPN utilizes a systematic approach to meet the health needs of each individual patient.
• The LPN implements nursing care within the LPN’s scope of practice. (Includes compliance with all laws as applicable in the practicesetting).
• The LPN assists in the development and implementation of teaching plans based on the individual needs of the patient. The plans should speak to health promotion, maintenance, and restoration of health.
• The LPN cares for wounds with appropriate cleaning and dressing/bandaging.
• The LPN administers medications to offenders.
• The LPN provides for the care of multiple patients as directed by the Medical Director, DON, or Registered Nurse.

VitalCore Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.

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